Cooley is seeking an IP Patent Prosecution Specialist to join the IP Services team.Position SummaryThe IP Patent Prosecution Specialist (PPS) is primarily responsible for providing specialized patent portfolio and diligence support to patent attorneys, agents, and clients. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) and Prosecution SupportOversee IDS management for assigned client patent portfoliosReview daily and weekly custom PPS docket reports and update notes in Inprotech eventsCreate and maintain complex client IDS spreadsheets in Excel and corresponding records in IDS support software (MaxIDS)Prepare IDS forms and collect and clean electronic copies of prior art referencesMonitor US and ex-US prosecution for assigned client portfolios for the purposes of maintaining prior art referencesPerform pre-examination, examination, and post-allowance IDS reviewsAssist with re-examination petitions to include organization of prior art for IDS'sProvide foreign associates with prior art lists to fulfill information requirements for jurisdictions such as Israel, to ensure complete disclosure of relevant referencesRegularly monitor USPTO Patent Application Information Retrieval (PAIR) and other databases to verify status of client patent assets and, upon request, competitor patent assetsIndependent docket review and IDS workflow coordination with the client service team with respect to meeting upcoming deadlinesConduct Patent Term Adjustment (PTA) reviews, prepare Letters of Candor and/or Requests for Reconsideration, as requiredDiligence, Searches and Other ProjectsAssist with diligence projects and chain‑of‑title research/assignment issuesConduct patent searches using various firm‑subscribed databases and public data and prepare and update monitoring spreadsheets upon requestPrepare patent family trees in VisioPrepare and maintain patent portfolio status chartsRespond to requests from clients' auditors for audit letters and follow internal audit letter proceduresPerform tasks in connection with patent opinions (e.g., conduct timekeeper opinion poll, prepare chain of title chart, patent schedule, Officer's Certificate, and back‑up checklist)Assist with US and foreign name change projects, as directedSkills and ExperienceRequiredAvailable to work overtime, as requiredAfter orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications3+ years experience in an IP‑related rolePreferredBachelor's degreePrevious law firm experienceExperience researching IP status and history in PTO databases, including USPTO systems (PatentCenter), WIPO Patentscope, the EPO Patent Register, and EUIPO eSearch, as well as public databases in other jurisdictionsPossess working knowledge and keep abreast of rules according to USPTO procedures, 37 C.F.R., the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP) rulesCompetenciesExcellent attention to detailStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple activitiesStrong judgmentTeam‑player with collaborative spiritUnwavering ability to handle and maintain confidentiality regarding firm information, projects, client data (if applicable)High level of professionalism at all timesCooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices.CompensationThe expected hourly pay range for this position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week is $43.50 - $64.00 ($90,480 - $133,120 annually). Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.BenefitsWe offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre‑tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long‑term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm‑paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.#J-18808-Ljbffr